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Does that puppy have a return policy?

April 21, 2008 | 12:20
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In a story last week, Times reporter David Colker asked the question: Does that doggy in the window come with a money-back guarantee? His answer:

Yes, he does, according to California's so-called puppy lemon law, which allows a buyer to return a dog for the purchase price -- just as you might return a pair of shoes at Nordstrom -- if the animal gets sick because of an undisclosed illness or condition.

If that sounds heartless, the law also allows the consumer to keep the sick puppy and still be compensated for some medical costs.